Pay Range: Starts at $16.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Summary:

Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle TN, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Wellness Director, the Pilates Reformer Instructor will instruct high quality group fitness classes, provide excellent customer service to members in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Ensure safe and risk free environment at all times while meeting the individual needs of the participants
• Lead a high quality group fitness class as directed by the Wellness Director to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals
• Provide an energized, fun, safe and educational class
• Begin and end class on time
• Exhibit a true team player attitude through support, concern and subbing for team members
• Attend other instructors’ classes, at least once per month
• Attend and participate actively in fitness staff meetings
• Keep accurate class attendance records
• Report to MOD or supervisor immediately - and document - any accident/injury/incident
• Return all equipment to proper place (e.g., mats, batteries, bands, etc.)
• Maintain current certifications
• Maintain working knowledge of fitness industry & YMCA trends to provide effective information & training to members
• Build relationships and interact with members

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA

An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our Centers

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

• Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required; 2 years college with wellness emphasis preferred
• Preferred Training Hours: 200+Yoga / Pilates

Certifications Required:

• Before start of 1st shift: New Hire Orientation training
• Before start of 1st shift: Basic Life Support, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen

• Before start of 1st shift: Pilates Reformer certification (Polestar, Power Pilates, Peak Pilates, Stott Pilates, Balanced Body, Pilates Method Alliance acceptable)

• Within 90 days of hire: Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y, Foundations of Listen First, Principles of Member Health and Wellness, Group Exercise at the Y, Foundations of Group Exercise at the Y, or ACE or AFAA Group Fitness Certification

All CECs and certifications are at the employee’s expense. The YMCA does not reimburse for these costs.